Last updated: 16 March 2026
This privacy policy explains how Situational Mutism (situationalmutism.com) collects, uses and protects your information. I take your privacy seriously.
This website is run by Esther, a parent and independent researcher based in the UK. Contact: hello@situationalmutism.com.
I use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors find and use this site. It only loads after you click "Accept" on the cookie banner. Analytics data is anonymised (IP anonymisation enabled) and never used to identify you personally.
If you sign up for my newsletter or request free resources, I collect your email to send you what you requested and occasional updates. I will never sell, rent or share your email with any third party. All emails include a one-click unsubscribe link.
If you contact me directly, I keep your email to respond. I will not add you to a mailing list without your consent.
This site uses cookies only for analytics, and only after your consent. See the cookies page for full details.
Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, correct, or delete your data, and to withdraw consent at any time. To exercise any right, email hello@situationalmutism.com. You can also complain to the ICO at ico.org.uk.
This site links to SMIRA, Confident Children, Anna Biavati's practice, and SM Pocket Coach. I am not responsible for their privacy practices.
This site is written for parents and carers. I do not knowingly collect data from children under 16.
Questions: hello@situationalmutism.com.